Catalyst Discovery Scientist: Data-Driven & Automated

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES in Singapore is seeking a Scientist/Senior Scientist to spearhead experiments for reaction discovery and catalyst development. The role emphasizes data-rich workflows, high-throughput experimentation, and adopting digital lab platforms to accelerate outputs.

The candidate should hold a PhD in a related field, have a background in organic synthetic chemistry, and be ready to adopt new techniques and data management practices in a digitalized research environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience publishing papers in synthetic organic chemistry is preferred.
• Strong analytical knowledge with the ability to resolve technical issues independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead reaction discovery and spearhead experiments for novel chemical reactions and catalysts.
• Drive reaction optimization with data-rich workflows for both homogeneous and heterogeneous systems.
• Implement lab automation with high-throughput experimentation and robust data management workflows.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

High-throughput experimentation

Data management

Independent troubleshooting

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Lab automation platforms

Job description

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES in Singapore is seeking a Scientist/Senior Scientist to spearhead experiments for reaction discovery and catalyst development. The role emphasizes data-rich workflows, high-throughput experimentation, and adopting digital lab platforms to accelerate outputs.

The candidate should hold a PhD in a related field, have a background in organic synthetic chemistry, and be ready to adopt new techniques and data management practices in a digitalized research environment.